Newport County's Christian Fuchs is not exactly what you'd call a 'reclining manager', content with coasting through life on his managerial pension. No way. The former Austrian international defender and Foxes right-back turned Newport boss has more drive than a Ferrari at a drag race.
Fuchs values lessons learned from England manager Gareth Southgate, who tasked him with making good decision-makers during a stint at Mainz in 2010-11. "How can you challenge them mentally?" Fuchs recalls. That's the approach he and his assistant Mark Smith are taking to turn Newport's fortunes around.
The Austrian-born boss has a childhood full of doubters - people telling him he'd never make it as a player or manager. But this is exactly why Fuchs doesn't want to be told what can't be done. His 'I'm pretty stubborn' approach has already seen the team score 93rd-minute equalisers against Crewe and earn crucial points in their fight for survival.
The stats, though, paint a grim picture: Newport have won just three of their 19 league matches this season. But Fuchs isn't one to dwell on numbers. "What's so wrong with that?" he chuckles. His first game at Oldham was a direct, long-ball affair - but not the one Newport wants.
To build a fortress at Rodney Parade, Fuchs needs his players to be one unit, working together like a well-oiled machine. And it starts from within. "I'm still a player in here," he says, tapping his chest. Even after retirement less than three years ago, Fuchs is always joining in the training boxes - two nutmegs already!
When asked about Tuchel's managerial style, Fuchs reveals that his former boss enjoyed being in the thick of things, like he does now at Newport. "I want us to see each other as one team... Yes, you're the ones on the field, but we're one team, we're working on this together."
At just 39 years old, Christian Fuchs is proving that age isn't a barrier to success in football management. The former Foxes right-back has already shown his determination and work ethic during his short tenure at Newport County. Now it's time for the gaffer to put his plans into action - and hope they bring the Three Points back to Rodney Parade.
Fuchs values lessons learned from England manager Gareth Southgate, who tasked him with making good decision-makers during a stint at Mainz in 2010-11. "How can you challenge them mentally?" Fuchs recalls. That's the approach he and his assistant Mark Smith are taking to turn Newport's fortunes around.
The Austrian-born boss has a childhood full of doubters - people telling him he'd never make it as a player or manager. But this is exactly why Fuchs doesn't want to be told what can't be done. His 'I'm pretty stubborn' approach has already seen the team score 93rd-minute equalisers against Crewe and earn crucial points in their fight for survival.
The stats, though, paint a grim picture: Newport have won just three of their 19 league matches this season. But Fuchs isn't one to dwell on numbers. "What's so wrong with that?" he chuckles. His first game at Oldham was a direct, long-ball affair - but not the one Newport wants.
To build a fortress at Rodney Parade, Fuchs needs his players to be one unit, working together like a well-oiled machine. And it starts from within. "I'm still a player in here," he says, tapping his chest. Even after retirement less than three years ago, Fuchs is always joining in the training boxes - two nutmegs already!
When asked about Tuchel's managerial style, Fuchs reveals that his former boss enjoyed being in the thick of things, like he does now at Newport. "I want us to see each other as one team... Yes, you're the ones on the field, but we're one team, we're working on this together."
At just 39 years old, Christian Fuchs is proving that age isn't a barrier to success in football management. The former Foxes right-back has already shown his determination and work ethic during his short tenure at Newport County. Now it's time for the gaffer to put his plans into action - and hope they bring the Three Points back to Rodney Parade.
, I mean he's only 39 but already proving that age isn't everything in football management. his approach to the game is so different from those who just want to coast and make easy decisions, you know? he's all about building that team spirit and making everyone work together towards the same goal.
. and his commitment to training is insane, still joining in on the training sessions like he was a player just yesterday 
. that's what I call dedication. and you're right, Newport needs someone with a bit of drive and ambition at the helm, not just another guy who wants to collect a paycheck.
, now he's showing everyone what he's capable of. so here's hoping his plans for the team start to bear fruit and they can turn their season around 
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his approach is all about buildin that team chemistry & trust - not just relyin on stats or players 
he's not afraid to take risks and challenge the status quo, which is exactly what Newport needs right now. and its awesome that he's still so hands-on and involved in training - that shows he really cares about the team. i love how he talks about wanting to be seen as one unit, working together like a well-oiled machine... thats the kind of mentality you need in football! let's see if his plans start to pay off soon 
... Meanwhile, Newport County's Christian Fuchs is trying to turn his team around after a rough start to the season 
. His approach seems pretty sound, but we'll see if it's enough to keep them out of trouble 
! I mean, he's only 39 but he's already proving that age isn't a barrier in football management 
! Who needs people telling you what can't be done, right? 
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. I mean, Newport's in a tough spot and Fuchs is trying to whip his team into shape, but we'll see about that. His "I'm still a player in here" thing just feels like a bunch of hype to me - can he actually get the results on the pitch? It's not just about having drive or being stubborn; it's about executing a game plan and winning consistently 
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. I mean, 93rd-minute equalisers are a thing of beauty! He's got that fire in his belly, just like when Sir Alex Ferguson used to push those United teams to win titles. What I like about him is he's not afraid to join in the training sessions, shows he still gets it 
. And what's with the 'I'm still a player in here' thing, does he really think that's going to magically fix everything? It sounds like more of the same old tactics to me 
. And the fact that he still joins in training sessions? That's some serious dedication 
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. And can we talk about how underrated Newport County is? I swear, I've had their stadium maps stuck in my head since the last match...
. I mean, he's 39 and still going for it as a manager? That's dedication! 
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. He's more focused on building a team that works together like a well-oiled machine 
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. He might not have all the answers, but he's willing to learn and adapt, which is more than I can say for some other managers 
! He's got that fire in his belly and he's not afraid to prove everyone wrong. I mean, who needs stats when you've got heart and determination? His approach is all about unity and working together as a team... sounds too good to be true, but I think he's onto something 
. Mark my words, this guy's going to take Newport County all the way! 
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